general problems of the 2003 BMW 325

Six problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2003 BMW 325. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 10/29/2018

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 BMW 325 I. The contact stated that the electrical system on the vehicle was having problems. Certain lights were illuminating on the dashboard while other lights were not. The engine did not start after being parked but did turn over just not completely start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic with no diagnosis so far. The contact did not have the VIN. The failure mileage was 158,000. Tf.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 04/21/2017

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. When the contact took the vehicle to be smogged, the contact was informed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.

3 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2016

Takata recall - call the dealer about recall and was told I would get a call when the part for the jobs was received. It's been months and have heard nothing from the dealership.

4 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/16/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 BMW 325xi. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle failed to start without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000. Pam.

5 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/26/2010

Engine vapor separator, hoses, dipstick, and vanos line replacement. This part separates the water vapor from the oil to remove condensation so it doesn't circulate inside the engine. The car was unsafe to drive with a faulty vapor separator and can cause engine vapor lock if it fails. The repair was about $1,400.

6 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

When pulling out the dip stick after vehicle was sitting for a while consumer was unable to read the dip stick. Oil spread in various places on the dip stick. Dealer was contacted.




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